Ireland Rugby enters November with a chance to reach the inaugural Nations Championship Grand Final, beginning the final three rounds just two points behind Northern Hemisphere leader France.
Head coach Andy Farrell's team hosts Argentina, Fiji and South Africa at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, beginning Nov. 6 against the Pumas.
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Ireland enters November fourth in the Northern Hemisphere standings with 10 championship points after defeating Australia and Japan before losing to New Zealand in July.
Ireland Rugby November 2026 Nations Championship Schedule
Ireland plays three Nations Championship matches in November before Finals Weekend in London. All kickoff times are Eastern.
Round 4: Ireland vs. Argentina
- Date: Friday, Nov. 6
- Kickoff: 3:10 p.m. ET
- Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Round 5: Ireland vs. Fiji
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 14
- Kickoff: 3:10 p.m. ET
- Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Round 6: Ireland vs. South Africa
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 21
- Kickoff: 11:40 a.m. ET
- Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Nations Championship Finals Weekend
- Dates: Nov. 27-29
- Venue: Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London
Who Does Ireland Play In The 2026 November Internationals?
Ireland vs. Argentina Rugby: Nov. 6
Ireland opens November against Argentina, which enters the final three rounds fourth in the Southern Hemisphere standings with seven championship points.
The Pumas finished July 1-2, losing to Scotland 47-38 and England 31-24 while defeating Wales 35-21.
Head coach Felipe Contepomi's team has added Shaun Edwards to its coaching staff, strengthening Argentina's preparations for the November internationals.
Ireland will look to begin its home schedule with a victory as it attempts to overtake France, Scotland and England.
Ireland vs. Fiji Rugby: Nov. 14
Ireland hosts Fiji on Nov. 14 in its second November fixture.
The Flying Fijians enter the match sixth in the Southern Hemisphere standings after losing all three July Nations Championship matches.
Fiji has since appointed former South Africa coach Jake White and defeated Japan 34-28 on Oct. 24.
The matchup provides Ireland an opportunity to collect valuable championship points before its final regular-season fixture against South Africa.
Ireland vs. South Africa Rugby: Nov. 21
Ireland concludes the regular season against South Africa, the Southern Hemisphere leader entering November.
The Springboks won all three July matches, defeating England 45-21, Scotland 42-28 and Wales 43-0.
South Africa enters November with 15 championship points, tied with New Zealand but ahead on points difference.
The Dublin showdown could have major implications for both teams' Grand Final ambitions.
Ireland Rugby 2026 Nations Championship Results
Ireland finished July with a 2-1 record and 10 championship points.
The Irish defeated Australia and Japan before losing 40-21 to New Zealand in Auckland. Those results leave Ireland firmly in contention for the Northern Hemisphere's Grand Final berth.
Where Is Ireland In The 2026 Nations Championship Standings?
Ireland enters November fourth with 10 points, two behind France and one behind Scotland. England also has 10 points but ranks third on tiebreakers.
Northern Hemisphere standings:
- France: 12 points
- Scotland: 11 points
- England: 10 points
- Ireland: 10 points
- Wales: 5 points
- Italy: 0 points
Ireland must finish first to qualify for the Grand Final on Nov. 29 at Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, London. Kickoff is scheduled for 11:40 a.m. ET.
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